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The Role of Intermodal Transport in the Decarbonizationof Seaports

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  • Adrianna Karas

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Purpose: The purpose of the article is to analyze the role of intermodal transport as a tool to support the decarbonization process of seaports, with a particular focus on the synergies between rail and inland waterway transport. Design/Methodology/Approach: The article is based on an interdisciplinary approach, combining a literature review and case studies of selected seaports and inland ports, such as the Port of Antwerp-Bruges, the Port of Rotterdam, the Port of Amsterdam and the Port of Duisburg. Findings: the results of the study indicate that intermodal transport significantly reduces greenhouse gas emissions by optimizing logistics flows and reducing reliance on carbon-intensive road transport modes. Investment in the development of intermodal infrastructure, such as rail terminals and digital management platforms that support port decarbonization, is crucial. Practical implications: The study's findings underscore the importance of collaboration between seaports as well as inland ports as a model for integrating intermodal transportation. Examples of such partnerships show that the development of joint projects supports decarbonization and improves the efficiency of supply chains at the international level. Originality: The article fills a research gap by analyzing in detail the impact of intermodal transportation on seaport decarbonization processes.

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  • Adrianna Karas, 2024. "The Role of Intermodal Transport in the Decarbonizationof Seaports," European Research Studies Journal, European Research Studies Journal, vol. 0(2), pages 1014-1021.
    • Handle: RePEc:ers:journl:v:xxvii:y:2024:i:2:p:1014-1021
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      Keywords

      Carbon footprint; decarbonization; greenhouse gas emissions; intermodal transport; seaports.;
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      JEL classification:

      • L91 - Industrial Organization - - Industry Studies: Transportation and Utilities - - - Transportation: General
      • O32 - Economic Development, Innovation, Technological Change, and Growth - - Innovation; Research and Development; Technological Change; Intellectual Property Rights - - - Management of Technological Innovation and R&D
      • Q56 - Agricultural and Natural Resource Economics; Environmental and Ecological Economics - - Environmental Economics - - - Environment and Development; Environment and Trade; Sustainability; Environmental Accounts and Accounting; Environmental Equity; Population Growth

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